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Ray Hanania: Halloween for today’s kids just isn’t the same as it was for us

by Ray HananiaNovember 8, 2026November 8, 2026

Ray Hanania: Halloween for today’s kids just isn’t the same as it was for us Baby Boomers.

Dem rebellion forces Welch to not seek new term as speaker

by News DeskNovember 8, 2026November 8, 2026

SPRINGFIELD — House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch will not seek another term as the chamber’s leader after 26 incumbent and incoming House Democrats said the supermajority caucus “needs new leadership.”

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Oak Lawn police lieutenant completes Northwestern command school

by Bob BongNovember 7, 2026November 7, 2026

The 10-week School of Police Staff & Command met in New Lenox from Aug. 24 through Nov. 6, 2026.

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Willow Springs District 108 holds its first family reading night

by Carol McGowanNovember 6, 2026November 9, 2026

Parents for Children sold pizza and water as teachers shared favorite books with students and families.

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Summit Park District invites all ages to design its Christmas card

by Carol McGowanNovember 5, 2026November 5, 2026

Entries are due Nov. 20, and the winning design goes on the cover of the district’s holiday card.

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Santa arrives at Orland Square Mall Nov. 6 with fire department escort

by Bob BongNovember 5, 2026November 5, 2026

Reindeer, hot chocolate and a dance performance fill a 4 to 6 p.m. party, with Santa photos running through Dec. 24.

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Orland Park DMV closes before move to Orland Hills

by Bob BongNovember 5, 2026November 5, 2026

The Illinois Secretary of State driver’s facility serving the Orland Park area is scheduled to open in its new home at 9291 W. 159th St. in Orland Hills at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9, according to the Village of Orland Park.